Ireland Against Racism Funding

Minister Joe O’Brien, has announced that applications can now be made for funding from the Ireland Against Racism Fund.

The Ireland Against Racism funding call is an important element in supporting the implementation of the National Action Plan Against Racism. The funding call arises from Action 2.14 of the plan which states:

‘‘Provide funding for national and local initiatives that aim to combat racism and foster racial equality and community cohesion, in order to support the implementation of this plan and the achievement of its objectives’’.

There are two streams of funding;

•Scheme A will provide grants, ranging from €50,000 to €100,000, to organisations for national and regional projects.

•Scheme B will provide grants, ranging from €5,000 to €10,000, to organisations for local projects.